QC Technical Analyst 1 (On Site)

Threshold Enterprises; Scotts Valley (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Threshold Enterprises in Scotts Valley, CA is seeking a Quality Control Technical Analyst I to evaluate test results from in-house and contract laboratories, ensuring ingredients meet internal specs for supplements. You will work with Purchasing, QA, and R&D to maintain cGMP compliance across ingredients, products, and processes.

The role collaborates with ERP systems, reviews supplier documentation, and supports internal audits while following GDP practices and safety SOPs.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience, preferably in a science-related field.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with great attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Good math skills and familiarity with general scientific terminology, particularly in chemistry and biology.
• Strong computer and technology literacy, and ability to learn various data tracking software programs.
• Willingness to maintain full self-accountability, accountability as a team, and to integrate constructive criticism.
• 20/20 or corrected vision.

Responsibilities

• Process incoming raw materials including intake, sample submission, interpretation of test results, write up, dispositioning of materials as released or rejected, stickering, and scanning and filing of completed CoA packets.
• Interpret laboratory test results and supplier/ contract manufacturer documentation and evaluate them against established internal specifications for ingredients and finished products.
• Review and request information from suppliers as required on internal specification sheets and submit spec update requests as needed.
• Use ERP software to track location, status, and ownership of materials in process.
• Investigate and recertify expired raw materials to extend expiration dates.
• Review and approve supplier documents as part of the Supplier Qualification and Material Assessment processes.
• Peer review CoA packets for accuracy and GDP.
• Sort leftover sample materials into hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams.
• Assist other team members in learning and completing tasks as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and safety SOPs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good written and verbal communication

Strong math skills

Computer literacy

Willingness to learn

Team accountability

Education

Bachelor's degree in science-related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics Navision

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Visio

OneDrive

SharePoint

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Scotts Valley Headquarters - Scotts Valley, CA 95066Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $19.00 - $19.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayJob Category: QA - Quality Control

Summary of Job Duties:

The Quality Control Technical Analyst I is responsible for evaluating test results from in-house and contract laboratories, specifications, and information received from suppliers and contract manufacturers to determine acceptability of ingredients for use in nutritional supplement production. This position works closely with Purchasing, Quality Assurance and Research & Development to ensure cGMP compliance of ingredients, products, and processes.

Specific Job Duties:

• Process incoming raw materials including intake, sample submission, interpretation of test results, write up, dispositioning of materials as released or rejected, stickering, and scanning and filing of completed Certificate of Analysis (CoA) packets.
• Interpret laboratory test results and supplier/ contract manufacturer documentation and evaluate them against established internal specifications for ingredients and finished products.
• Review and request information from suppliers as required on internal specification sheets and submit spec update requests as needed.
• Use the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, Microsoft Dynamics Navision, to track physical location, status, and ownership of materials in process.
• Investigate and recertify expired raw materials (ERMs) to extend expiration dates.
• Review and approve supplier documents as part of the Supplier Qualification and Material Assessment processes.
• Peer review Certificate of Analysis (CoA) packets for accuracy and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Sort leftover sample materials into appropriate hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams.
• Assist other team members in learning and completing tasks as needed.
• Assist team with routing documents for further review, tracking area supplies and items needed to order, tracking self-productivity metrics, and answering questions about own materials.
• Participate as a fully engaged member of a self-directed work team to set and achieve department and company goals. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve department processes.
• Closely follow Safety and departmental SOPs.
• Provide support to internal audits and follow through with any corrective actions pertinent to the Quality Control Technical Analyst group.
• Perform all other tasks as assigned by Threshold management.

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications Required:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience, preferably in a science-related field.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with great attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Good math skills and familiarity with general scientific terminology, particularly in chemistry and biology.
• Strong computer and technology literacy, and ability to learn various data tracking software programs.
• Willingness to maintain full self-accountability, accountability as a team, and to integrate constructive criticism.
• 20/20 or corrected vision.

Skills and/or Training Desired:

• 1 year of experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and/or Research & Development.
• 1 year of experience in a GMP/GDP production environment.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) software such as Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Visio, OneDrive, Sharepoint and/or Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Ability to research available literature and online resources regarding laboratory test methodology.
• Experience with FDA compliance regulations, particularly creating an audit trail.
• Familiarity with Eastern herbal medicine modalities.
• Experience using powered lifting equipment such as an electric pallet jack, walkie stacker, or forklift.
• Background in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) work.